Thursday, August 26

Ain't she a beaut? The CitiZ with Milk Jug. Wanna know they best part? She belongs to me, I mean us. This wonderful union came to be through a family who was moving back to the States. After owning it for only 4 months they had to sell it. I was lucky enough to snatch it up before anyone else. And let me assure you, it was quite a steal! The bottom line is that this CitiZ with Milk Jug and me were MFEO. It was destiny.

I am loving the milk jug. I would never consider buying one of these machines with out it. An espresso or lungo (what is that anyway?) shot is not going to do it for me. I need some warm milk and lovely foam, please. This milk jug knows a thing or two about lovely foam, I'm happy to report.

Now each morning I savor a latte macchiato. It is really such a treat. I can even make one that looks just like they do in real life. I still need to buy one thing to accompany my (our) new machine - Macchiato glasses! I must have more than 1. So I can make you one when you come to visit. What do you think about these? These? Definitely not these.

Oohhh very attractive! I have to do a little googling on this fancy espresso maker. I am all abou a new fancy espresso/macchiato makers. Mornings will be so much better with your new appliance. :) And you know who really be drooling over it.... Stacy!

I dont drink coffee (ever in my life) but what I would give for one of these machines just to make froth milk for Milo or hot chocolate. Its winter here and the kids have a milo (chocolate malted barley powder type drink) every morning .... ahhh to have milk froth

That's how I start my day as well, with a good cup of Nespresso coffee :-). I think I like the macchiato glasses by "Jura" the best, the ones by Nespresso are beautiful too, but I don't care too much for the square handle.

Emily: Figures you'd like the Hello Kitty :) I'm not sure about soy, that is a good question. I do love soy milk. I will do some poking around on line.

Sheppy: It is 14.5 inches long and 9 inches wide. It is definitely a presence on the counter, we are even lucky enough to have a pretty big kitchen. Yes, the milk jug really works! The foam is perfect. All in 90 seconds!

Potters: Oh, wish I could have made Stacy a vanilla latte! I know Lori would also LOVE the foam this machine can crank out.

se7evn - Anything to make getting up easier! I'm loving these leisurely summer break mornings. Not looking forward to having to wake early for school.

This Girl: I've been thinking of chocolate milk too. It is possible to buy little frothing wands that work in individual cups of milk.

Swiss Luxi: I like the Jura glasses best too. They are a bit pricey, though. Maybe I'll ask Santa :)

Yeah! Welcome to the wonderful world of glorious home coffee!!! You will know it has become a problem when you're out in town and would rather go home to enjoy your own machiatto than buying one at a coffee shop! And I say "problem", because in general, the coffee in Europe is subliminal :D

Personally, I vote for the Juras glasses, yes they are a little more expensive, but they make you feel like you`re enjoying a nice expensive coffee everytime...I also love how you see the levels of milk, coffee and crema...

On a personal note, glad to see you back up and blogging! I should send you our blog (when I manage to keep it up to date) so you get a glimpse into our Swedish experience!